Innovative policing: Manipur's unique protest management
After violent protests over the arrest of Arambai Tenggol leader Asem Kanan Singh, Manipur Police have chosen a different approach: instead of pressing charges, they're assigning community service to many detained youths. Singh, a former head constable, is under investigation for alleged involvement in armed attacks and alleged involvement in a drug mafia and arms smuggling.
Police using Section 4 of new Bhopal Nagrik Sanhita
Using Section 4 of the new Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, police are asking detained protesters to help clean roads and remove protest debris. The idea is to give these young people a chance at rehabilitation rather than just punishment—hoping this helps them move forward in a more positive direction.
Arambai Tenggol called off 10-day bandh
Arambai Tenggol called off their 10-day bandh after public appeals but say peaceful protests will continue until Singh is released. Meanwhile, investigations into Singh's alleged crimes are ongoing, with his case now shifted from Manipur to Guwahati for security reasons.